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Disability Parking in Kansas:
Everything You Need to Know
Kansas Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions include severe visual impairment, inability to walk 100 feet without stopping to rest, use of or assistive devices, lung disease, use of portable oxygen, cardiac condition classified as Class III or IV, or severe limitations in ability to walk at least 100 feet due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition.
- A licensed physician must certify your condition on Form TR-159. The licensed professional must sign (rubber stamp not acceptable).
- Permanent placards must be renewed every 5 years using Form TR-159A (self-certification, no doctor's statement required for renewal).
- Temporary placards are valid for up to 6 months maximum.
- Falsely utilizing any parking privilege is an unclassified misdemeanor punishable by fines not exceeding $500.
- The placard must be suspended from the rear view mirror when parked and removed when the vehicle is being operated.
- The disabled identification card must be carried and available upon demand when using disabled parking privileges.
- Kansas County Treasurer's Motor Vehicle Offices issue the placard. Applicants must submit paperwork in person or by mail to their local county treasurer's office.
- Disabled parking allows parking at meters for up to 24 hours free and exemption from parking fees of the state or any city, county, or political subdivision.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew a Kansas disability parking placard or plate, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here's a breakdown:
New Permanent or Temporary Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Kansas, you'll need:
- Form TR-159 (Certification of Disability for Disabled Parking Placard/Plate/Decal), with the licensed professional's section completed and signed (not rubber stamped)
- Disabled individual must be a Kansas resident
Veteran Exemption
Kansas offers disabled veteran license plates for qualifying veterans. Contact your local county treasurer's office for specific requirements and application procedures.
Online Doctor's Certification
If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You'll receive:
- A signed Form TR-159 delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for county treasurer's office submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost or stolen, you'll need to provide:
- Form TR-159 (check the replacement placard box; no licensed professional's statement needed for replacement)
- Current Disabled ID Card Number
Permanent Placards
- Must be renewed every 5 years.
- Renewal requires Form TR-159A (self-certification by disabled individual or guardian; no doctor's statement required).
- Can be submitted by fax, email, or mail to your local county treasurer's motor vehicle office.
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months maximum; licensed professional may specify shorter period.
- One or two temporary placards may be issued.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Form TR-159 and check the replacement placard box.
- No licensed professional's statement needed.
- Provide Current Disabled ID Card Number.
- Submit at your local county treasurer's motor vehicle office.
Turnaround Time
Kansas Handicap placards may be issued immediately if you bring the application to the county treasurer's office in person, or will be mailed to you if submitted by mail, fax, or email.
Kansas Disability Parking Laws
- Qualifying conditions include severe visual impairment, inability to walk 100 feet without stopping to rest, use of or assistive devices, lung disease, use of portable oxygen, cardiac condition classified as Class III or IV, or severe limitations in ability to walk at least 100 feet due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic condition.
- A licensed physician must certify your condition on Form TR-159. The licensed professional must sign (rubber stamp not acceptable).
- Permanent placards must be renewed every 5 years using Form TR-159A (self-certification, no doctor’s statement required for renewal).
- Temporary placards are valid for up to 6 months maximum.
- Falsely utilizing any parking privilege is an unclassified misdemeanor punishable by fines not exceeding $500.
- The placard must be suspended from the rear view mirror when parked and removed when the vehicle is being operated.
- The disabled identification card must be carried and available upon demand when using disabled parking privileges.
- Kansas County Treasurer’s Motor Vehicle Offices issue the placard. Applicants must submit paperwork in person or by mail to their local county treasurer’s office.
- Disabled parking allows parking at meters for up to 24 hours free and exemption from parking fees of the state or any city, county, or political subdivision.
Documents You’ll Need
To apply for, replace, or renew a Kansas disability parking placard or plate, the required documents vary slightly depending on your situation. Here’s a breakdown:
New Permanent or Temporary Placard
To apply for a new disability parking placard in Kansas, you’ll need:
- Form TR-159 (Certification of Disability for Disabled Parking Placard/Plate/Decal), with the licensed professional’s section completed and signed (not rubber stamped)
- Disabled individual must be a Kansas resident
Veteran Exemption
Kansas offers disabled veteran license plates for qualifying veterans. Contact your local county treasurer’s office for specific requirements and application procedures.
Online Doctor’s Certification
If applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get your evaluation done completely online. You’ll receive:
- A signed Form TR-159 delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours, ready for county treasurer’s office submission
Lost or Stolen Placard Replacement
If your placard is lost or stolen, you’ll need to provide:
- Form TR-159 (check the replacement placard box; no licensed professional’s statement needed for replacement)
- Current Disabled ID Card Number
Permanent Placards
- Must be renewed every 5 years.
- Renewal requires Form TR-159A (self-certification by disabled individual or guardian; no doctor’s statement required).
- Can be submitted by fax, email, or mail to your local county treasurer’s motor vehicle office.
Temporary Placards
- Valid for up to 6 months maximum; licensed professional may specify shorter period.
- One or two temporary placards may be issued.
Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Placard
- Complete Form TR-159 and check the replacement placard box.
- No licensed professional’s statement needed.
- Provide Current Disabled ID Card Number.
- Submit at your local county treasurer’s motor vehicle office.
Turnaround Time
Kansas Handicap placards may be issued immediately if you bring the application to the county treasurer’s office in person, or will be mailed to you if submitted by mail, fax, or email.
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FAQs
How do I apply for a disability parking permit online in Kansas?
To apply through an online service like ParkingMD, start by completing a quick evaluation with a licensed healthcare provider from the comfort of your home. If you're approved, your signed Form TR-159 (Certification of Disability for Disabled Parking Placard/Plate/Decal) will be delivered to you via email within 24-48 hours. You can then submit your completed Form TR-159 by mail, fax, email, or in person at your local county treasurer's motor vehicle office. For immediate service, visit your county treasurer's office in person with completed paperwork to receive your placard the same day.
Can out-of-state visitors use their disability placards in Kansas?
Yes, Kansas recognizes valid disability placards and license plates issued by other U.S. states. Visitors can use their existing placard to access accessible parking spaces while in Kansas. Just make sure it's clearly displayed and up-to-date. The placard must be suspended from the rearview mirror when parked in designated spaces. Out-of-state visitors with valid disability placards may also park at parking meters for up to 24 hours free and are exempt from parking fees throughout Kansas.
How do you qualify for handicap parking in Kansas?
You qualify for a disability parking permit in Kansas if you have a condition that limits your mobility. Qualifying conditions include: severe visual impairment; inability to walk 100 feet without stopping to rest; requiring assistive devices such as a brace, cane, crutch, prosthetic device, or wheelchair; lung disease with forced expiratory volume less than one liter or arterial oxygen less than 60 mm/hg; use of portable oxygen; cardiac condition classified as Class III or IV per American Heart Association standards; or severe limitations in ability to walk at least 100 feet due to arthritic, neurological, or orthopedic conditions. A licensed professional, including MD, DO, DC, DPM, OD, PA, ARNP, or Christian Science practitioner, must certify your condition on Form TR-159.
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